How early can you check in on Ethiopian Airlines?

Ethiopian Airlines provides various ways to check in, including Online Check-in, Self-Service Check-in, and Airport Counter Check-in; however, the check-in time is based on the type of check-in the passenger considers. Consequently, the Airline Check-in counter remains open at least 3 hours before the scheduled flight departure time and closes 1 hour before departure, although the check-in time may also differ based on the type of check-in you prefer. Thus, familiarizing yourself with the airline check-in policy, process, and restrictions is better to make the journey hassle-free. To make this task easier for you, we have prepared a comprehensive guide regarding the Check-in policy, type of check-in, and more.

Ethiopian Airlines Check-in Policy terms and conditions:

Airlines apply a few terms and conditions on Check-in to maintain transparency among travelers; therefore, if you are flying on Ethiopian Airlines for the first time, either to any domestic or international destinations, passengers are recommended to go through the basic terms and conditions of Ethiopian Airlines' Check-in policy to boost the boarding process. For further information, we have discussed the major critical points of the check-in policy rules and regulations that customers may be required to follow when flying to domestic/ international destinations.

• As per the Ethiopian Airlines Check-in Policy, Passengers can check in for their flights online 48 hours before departure and up to 2 hours before the domestic/ international flight departure time.  
• All Airport Check-in counters open at least 3 hours before the scheduled flight departure and close one hour before the departure time.
• For hassle-free boarding, travelers should ensure they arrive at the Airport with the confirmed booking and bring essential travel documents, which may require showing at the Airport counter.
• Travelers should also ensure that the checked luggage does not exceed the allowed weight and total measurement; otherwise, they will need to pay the extra charges at the check-in counter.
• The Airline is entitled to check-in passengers who reach the Airport later than 2 hours before the scheduled flight departure time.
• If you have booked an Ethiopian Airlines night flight from Addis Ababa to the US, Canada, and Europe, make sure check-in starts early in the day at 13:00.

What are the different methods of checking in with Ethiopian Airlines?

As mentioned earlier, Ethiopian Airlines lets their travelers do Check-in using different methods to learn more and check the following data.

Online Check-in:

Here, you will find the steps required to check in online with Ethiopian Airlines.

• To start the online check-in process, visit Ethiopian Airlines' official website.
• Scroll the homepage and select the Manage Booking icon.
• Enter the booking confirmation details and last name given on the itinerary.
• Select the retrieve booking option after choosing the flight number and then choose the Check-in tab.
• After that, you can choose your seat and follow the steps to complete the check-in.
• Once the process is completed, you can print out or download the boarding pass.

Kiosk Check-in:

If you want to check in at the airport, you can choose Kiosk Check-in, which will help you save time. The process has five basic steps for self-check-in at the Airport.

• Passengers should go to the Airport Check-in counter and head towards the Kiosk Self Check-in counter. 
• Now, choose between English or French as the language option.
• After that, find your booking using three ways: either by destination, Flight number, or Reservation code.
• Tap on the Confirm tab to ensure you are not carrying any dangerous goods in checked or carry-on bags.
• Select Check-in, add personal items, and then select the suitable seat.
• Click on Boarding pass, and Kiosk will print your boarding pass.

Airport Check-in:

Travelers should arrive at the Airport at least 3 hours before the flight departure if flying on an international route and 2 hours before the scheduled flight departure if flying on a domestic route to complete the Check-in process, as the counter closes one hour before the flight boarding time. Therefore, you should arrive early as the offline Check-in process is time-consuming due to long queues, especially during the peak season. Otherwise, if the passenger fails to reach the airport on time, the airline can deny the passengers boarding. However, travelers may be required to get to the boarding gate at least 30 minutes before the flight boarding time and at the baggage drop counter at least 45 minutes before the flight.